Hart of East Coast Trucking

25/03/2026

UPDATE: The Pilot will be on board the second ship at 11am so we are expecting the ship will berth around this time.

‼🚢 A FIRST FOR OUR PORT TOMORROW 🚢‼

Today, for the very first time, we’ll have two 180m log ships berthed side by side at Eastland Port.

It’s a huge moment for our Port and our region so if you're around, come on down and you’ll be able to watch history unfold...

👀 Best viewing spot: across the river by the apartments
⏰ From around 11:30am, Monday 23 March

This is of course weather dependent so we’ll post an update in the morning with timings ... but if you’re around, come down and check it out!

This is just the beginning of what Twin Berth makes possible. 🙌

19/03/2026

19/03/2026

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21/01/2026

URGENT UPDATE FOR TOLAGA BAY & EAST COAST COMMUNITIES

This is an urgent message from Tairāwhiti Civil Defence Emergency Management.

Severe weather warnings are in effect for the Gisborne region, with heavy rain expected to continue through tonight. Red-level rain warnings north of Tolaga Bay signal dangerous conditions, including flooding, slips, and rapidly rising river levels. There is a real threat to life in low-lying areas and along river systems.

Residents in Tolaga Bay, Wharekaka, Mangatuna, Hikuwai and other flood-prone zones are being asked to prepare to evacuate before nightfall. Do not wait until conditions worsen — gather your essential items and move to higher ground or designated evacuation centres now.

Check local Civil Defence updates via radio, the Antenno app or council social media. If you feel unsafe at any time, evacuate immediately.

Take this warning seriously — your safety comes first.
Issued by Tairāwhiti Civil Defence.

20/01/2026

UPDATE @ 9PM

It's wet out there whanau and the whole region can expect plenty of rain, particularly north of Tokomaru Bay. MetService has extended our ORANGE HEAVY RAIN WARNING to run from 3pm on WEDNESDAYthrough to 10am on THURSDAY. There is a possibility this will be upgraded to a red warning, so take care out there.

🌧️ ORANGE HEAVY RAIN WARNING 🌧️

Mōrena whānau!
MetService has just issued an ORANGE 🍊 HEAVY RAIN 🌧️ WARNING for Gisborne, north of Tokomaru Bay f𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝟭𝟴 𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟯𝗽𝗺 𝗪𝗘𝗗𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝟵𝗮𝗺 𝗧𝗛𝗨𝗥𝗦𝗗𝗔𝗬. Expect 220-280mm of rain 🌧️ with peak rates of 25-35mm/hr.
There is a moderate chance this will be upgraded to a red warning.
You know the drill – prepare and keep a close eye on forecasts.
Streams and rivers may rise rapidly with surface flooding, slips and difficult driving conditions possible. Clear your drains and gutters, avoid low-lying areas and drive cautiously.
Stay safe out there whānau!

@ Gisborne District Council

Keep an eye on our website 👇
https://www.tairawhitiem.govt.nz/

. . . and MetService warnings 👇
https://www.metservice.com/warnings/home -north

19/01/2026

16/01/2026

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15/01/2026

Closures along Waioeka Gorge, State Highway 2, began about 8.30am.